Sailing Through Foul Waters


Labrador Park in Singapore is usually a good place to view sunsets over an unusual industrial landscape formed by the oil refineries on the off-shore islands. I encountered cloudy weather on my visit last Saturday though. The unusual cloud cover (the horizon was relatively cloud free and was lit by a halo of light) provided a dramatic, almost monochromatic setting for this scene of a passing boat. In addition to adding a light crimson hue to the sky, I have boosted up the contrast and saturation in Photoshop considerably for dramatic effect in this final shot.

Sunrise Catch


It has been a while since I really went out early taking photos in Singapore. Being a day-off for me today, I woke up real early before 6am, took a quick look at the sky (which looked pretty clear then) and went out picture-hunting at Changi Beach. Alas, low-lying clouds near the horizon obscured what might have been a beautiful sunrise. I am thankful that I managed to find a suitable subject in this boy, who was fishing in the early morning light.

Dance Of The Seagulls


Taken more than a year ago… Migratory seagulls can be found at the Bang Pu Seaside, about 10 km from the town of Bangkok on Sukhumvit Road. A pier stretching out over a tidal muddy beach affords a long walkway for tourists who like to enjoy a pleasant seaside atmosphere, especially at sunset. During the cool season (around November to February), visitors can view plenty of seagulls flying around the area. These particular four seem to be enjoying their time on their “stage” hopping on and off their wooden perches. Photoshop solarisation and levels adjustment were done to isolate the main four seagulls so as to enhance their visual impact.

I entered this picture (among 7 others) for the Tropical Image International Exhibition 2005, the results which would be released this coming weekend. I know for now that I have received 3 acceptances out of the 8 pictures I submitted. I wonder which were the ones the judges chose…